Nevada § 354.657 - Purpose; liberal construction
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 354.657 — Purpose; liberal construction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 354.657. Purpose; liberal construction
1. The purpose of NRS 354.655 to 354.725 , inclusive, is to: (a) Restore and maintain the financial solvency of any local government in financial
distress; (b) Provide basic functions for which a local government in financial distress is
responsible; and (c) Provide a tiered program of financial oversight and assistance by the State based
on the existing financial conditions of a local government, including, without limitation,
placing the local government on fiscal watch, providing technical financial assistance
to the local government and assisting the local government if it is found to exist
in a state of severe financial emergency. 2. To accomplish the purpose set forth in subsection 1, the provisions of NRS 354.655 to 354.725 , inclusive, must be broadly and liberally construed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 354.657
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 354.657 cover?
Section 354.657 ("Purpose; liberal construction") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 354.657?
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